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Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowls
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Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowls

Sweet, smoky, and a little spicy—Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowls are the perfect balance of flavor, texture, and nutrition in every bite.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 480kcal
Cost $12–15

Ingredients

For the Honey Chipotle Chicken

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from a can of chipotle peppers
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Bowls

  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or white rice
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  • Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, adobo sauce, chipotle pepper, lime juice, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15–30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the fridge).
  • Cook the chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and nicely charred. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Prepare the bowl ingredients: While the chicken cooks, warm the black beans and corn in a small pan or microwave. Prepare the rice, slice the bell peppers and avocado.
  • Assemble the bowls: Divide the rice into four bowls. Top with sliced chicken, black beans, corn, bell peppers, and avocado. Drizzle with extra honey chipotle sauce if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Don’t skip the rest time: Letting the chicken rest after cooking helps retain its juices and makes slicing easier.
  • Adjust spice level: Use more or less chipotle pepper depending on your heat tolerance.
  • Double the sauce: Make extra honey chipotle sauce for drizzling on roasted veggies or tacos later in the week.
  • Use leftovers wisely: Leftover chicken can be repurposed into wraps, salads, or quesadillas.